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Lisa Thomas

Elizabethton,TN

Summary

Efficient Assembly Production Operator known for high productivity and ability to complete tasks swiftly with precision. Skilled in machine operation, quality control, and preventive maintenance, ensuring smooth production flow. Possess strong problem-solving skills, adaptability to changing work environments, and teamwork capabilities, contributing to collaborative efforts and operational success.

Overview

36
36
years of professional experience

Work History

Assembly Production Operator

Sungwoo Hitech
Telford, Tennessee
09.2024 - Current
  • Operated assembly line equipment to maintain efficient workflow during production.
  • Assembled components using hand tools and machinery to meet production standards.
  • Inspected finished products for quality and adherence to specifications.

Molding Machine Operator

Graham Packaging
Florence, Kentucky
05.1990 - 03.2022

Operated molding machines to produce high-quality plastic containers.

  • Monitored machine performance and adjusted settings for optimal operation.
  • Conduct regular inspections of molds for wear or damage before starting a job run.
  • Inspect finished products for any imperfections or flaws that may have occurred during the manufacturing process.
  • Conducted quality inspections on finished products for defects or inconsistencies.
  • Monitor machine operation to detect any malfunctions or defects in the product and make necessary adjustments to correct them.
  • Troubleshoot problems with machinery, diagnose causes of machine failure and determine corrective actions.
  • Performed routine maintenance on equipment to ensure reliability and safety.
  • Perform regular maintenance on all equipment including lubrication, cleaning and changing of parts as needed.
  • Set up and adjust plastic injection molding machines, molds, robots and auxiliary equipment to ensure quality production.
  • Load raw material into hoppers, measure and mix materials according to specifications.
  • Utilized knives and grinders to trim excess materials from parts.
  • Replaced damaged molds, chains, or other equipment using hand tools and jib cranes.
  • Replace worn components with new parts using hand tools or power tools as required.
  • Trained new operators on machine functions and safety protocols.
  • Assist in training new employees in operating procedures related to molding machines.
  • Collaborated with team members to streamline production processes.
  • Participate in continuous improvement initiatives designed to improve efficiency and reduce waste.
  • Documented production data and reported discrepancies to management.
  • Document production data such as cycle times, quantities produced and scrap rates for each shift worked.
  • Maintain accurate records of production data such as quantity produced per hour, shift, day, week, month.
  • Was team leader and supervised when the shift supervisor was out.
  • Ensure proper safety protocols are followed at all times when working with machinery.
  • Observed machine operations to detect problems and make necessary adjustments to correct issues.
  • Tracked machine's overall yield and quality of product to reduce scrap.
  • Checked casting equipment at beginning of shift to verify proper machine functionality and resolve identified malfunctions.
  • Replaced damaged molds, chains, or other equipment using hand tools and jib cranes.

Education

Machine Tool Technology

Northern Kentucky Vocational/ Technical School
Florence, KY
09.1995 - 11.1995

General Equivalent Diploma
Florence, KY

Skills

  • Component assembly
  • Quality inspection
  • Machinery operation
  • Equipment maintenance

Timeline

Assembly Production Operator

Sungwoo Hitech
09.2024 - Current

Machine Tool Technology

Northern Kentucky Vocational/ Technical School
09.1995 - 11.1995

Molding Machine Operator

Graham Packaging
05.1990 - 03.2022

General Equivalent Diploma
Lisa Thomas